Frequently asked questions
When do you play?
Every Thursday evening in June & July, 6:30pm - 8:00pm. Every team in attendance will play 3 full games nightly.
Weather updates will be posted on our Facebook Page by 4pm, Thursdays.
Where do you play?
Joe Moakley Park, 165 William J Day Blvd, Boston, MA 02127
MORE DETAILS HERE.
How do I get there?
By car, follow directions to Carson Beach, and park in the North or South lot on either side of the beach facilities at 165 William J Day Blvd, Boston, MA 02127. If the lots are full, you may opt to wait for a spot to open, or search for parking along Old Colony Ave, a short walk across the park.
By public transit, the MBTA Red Line "JFK/Umass" stop is a short half-mile walk from our fields.
Who can play?
All able bodied individuals, 14 years of age or older (under 18 requires parent/guardian signature).
Throughout the summer we average 30-50 players every week!
How do I sign up?
You may register yourself or your team online, or in person all season long. We accept cash, personal checks, credit cards, or PayPal.
Our registration fee is $20 per person, or $250 per team (recommended 10-12 people). This includes 8-10 weeks of touch rugby, a team t-shirt. Pending COVID restrictions, we may also include free snacks at our sponsor pub, The Banshee, every week after the games.
Health waivers must be signed in-person (Players of age 14-18 require guardian signature) at the field.
What should I wear / bring with me?
Water, as well as standard athletic attire is recommended, and if you have cleats (rugby boots, soccer spikes, etc...) you may find those beneficial too.
Post-game festivities at The Banshee Pub (21+) may require ID and cash or credit card. Sweatshirts are recommended due to occasionally powerful AC inside the pub.
My friend has never played rugby before. Can they come?
We welcome players of all experience levels, from first timers all the way up to D-1 collegiate & elite club ruggers. Many of our returning players had their first ever experience with rugby out on the BTR pitch in a summer passed!
What rules do you play?
We play an abridged version of "true" Touch Rugby in order to accommodate players of a wider range of skill and experience levels. We play 7-on-7 with a short field (30-40 meters), 7-minute halves with a short break for halftime. We allow for rolling substitutions, and encourage as many players as possible to participate in each game!
Is the league co-ed?
Yes! We aim for a minimum of 2 women to be on the field at all times for each team.
I don't have a team - can I still play?
Absolutely! Nearly half of our participants arrive without a team, and we get everyone sorted and onto a team for the duration of the summer!
I'm unable to play every week - is that OK?
Yes! We encourage everyone to participate as much as their schedule allows, and we are happy to make adjustments and combine teams with low numbers if necessary to accommodate games!
I have more questions! How can I contact you?
Email: BostonTouchRugby -@- Gmail .com
Twitter: @BosTouchRugby
Facebook: @BostonTouchRugby
Every Thursday evening in June & July, 6:30pm - 8:00pm. Every team in attendance will play 3 full games nightly.
Weather updates will be posted on our Facebook Page by 4pm, Thursdays.
Where do you play?
Joe Moakley Park, 165 William J Day Blvd, Boston, MA 02127
MORE DETAILS HERE.
How do I get there?
By car, follow directions to Carson Beach, and park in the North or South lot on either side of the beach facilities at 165 William J Day Blvd, Boston, MA 02127. If the lots are full, you may opt to wait for a spot to open, or search for parking along Old Colony Ave, a short walk across the park.
By public transit, the MBTA Red Line "JFK/Umass" stop is a short half-mile walk from our fields.
Who can play?
All able bodied individuals, 14 years of age or older (under 18 requires parent/guardian signature).
Throughout the summer we average 30-50 players every week!
How do I sign up?
You may register yourself or your team online, or in person all season long. We accept cash, personal checks, credit cards, or PayPal.
Our registration fee is $20 per person, or $250 per team (recommended 10-12 people). This includes 8-10 weeks of touch rugby, a team t-shirt. Pending COVID restrictions, we may also include free snacks at our sponsor pub, The Banshee, every week after the games.
Health waivers must be signed in-person (Players of age 14-18 require guardian signature) at the field.
What should I wear / bring with me?
Water, as well as standard athletic attire is recommended, and if you have cleats (rugby boots, soccer spikes, etc...) you may find those beneficial too.
Post-game festivities at The Banshee Pub (21+) may require ID and cash or credit card. Sweatshirts are recommended due to occasionally powerful AC inside the pub.
My friend has never played rugby before. Can they come?
We welcome players of all experience levels, from first timers all the way up to D-1 collegiate & elite club ruggers. Many of our returning players had their first ever experience with rugby out on the BTR pitch in a summer passed!
What rules do you play?
We play an abridged version of "true" Touch Rugby in order to accommodate players of a wider range of skill and experience levels. We play 7-on-7 with a short field (30-40 meters), 7-minute halves with a short break for halftime. We allow for rolling substitutions, and encourage as many players as possible to participate in each game!
- More of our rules can be viewed here!
Is the league co-ed?
Yes! We aim for a minimum of 2 women to be on the field at all times for each team.
I don't have a team - can I still play?
Absolutely! Nearly half of our participants arrive without a team, and we get everyone sorted and onto a team for the duration of the summer!
I'm unable to play every week - is that OK?
Yes! We encourage everyone to participate as much as their schedule allows, and we are happy to make adjustments and combine teams with low numbers if necessary to accommodate games!
I have more questions! How can I contact you?
Email: BostonTouchRugby -@- Gmail .com
Twitter: @BosTouchRugby
Facebook: @BostonTouchRugby